Describing Men’s Bodies

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1. Describing Position and Location Within a GroupSelena: Don’t look now, but a big group of mothers are coming to this house To give you a piece of their mind. Justin: What?! I meant it as a joke. I Didn’t mean anything by it. Selena: You’ll have to tell that to Sally. She’s At the head of the group and she’s Flanked ... Читать далее...
2. Childhood FitnessMom: Hold it right there. Put that candy bar down. Justin: Mom, I just wanted a snack To tide me over. Mom: Don’t you remember what Dad said about this family’s need to improve our level of Fitness? Justin: Only old people have to worry about getting fat. Mom: It’s not just about getting fat. ... Читать далее...
3. Taking PhotographsRyan: Stop Mugging for the camera and stand Still! Katrina: I’ve been standing still for 10 minutes, while you’ve been setting up the Shot. I have to do something. This is boring! Ryan: I almost have the Settings right. Okay, let’s try a shot. Say “cheese.” Katrina: Cheese. Ryan: Oh, you look Washed out in ... Читать далее...
4. Using Electronics While TravelingJustin: Are you nearly Packed? Marsha: Almost. Let’s see, I have Wall chargers for my cell phone and other Devices, extra Memory cards for my camera, and Noise-canceling headphones for the airplane. Justin: Oh, yeah, I forgot to pack my headphones. I’d better Dig them out right now. Marsha: I’ve also packed Portable batteries for ... Читать далее...
5. Negotiating PriceJustin: Hello. Rachel: Hi, Justin. It’s Rachel from McQ Corp. Justin: Oh hi, Rachel. Did you get our Bid for the job? Rachel: Yes, we did. We like your proposal, but we still need To come to terms on the price. Justin: We’ve already given you our Rock-bottom price because we want to get this ... Читать далее...
6. Preparing a Video ResumeKatrina: Okay, I’m ready to hear all of your advice about what to put into a Video resume. Raj: All right. The first thing to remember is that your video resume doesn’t Take the place of your traditional resume; it Supplements it. Katrina: Okay, I got it. I was thinking of talking about some of ... Читать далее...
7. Kitchen AppliancesVictoria: As you can see, this Executive apartment is Fully equipped. When you called and asked for the best available apartment, I thought of this one immediately. Just look at this kitchen! All of the Appliances are Top of the line. Justin: Do you mind if I Take a closer look? I like to cook. ... Читать далее...
8. Talking About Attractive Men and WomenPamela: You know that your tongue is hanging out of your mouth, right? David: That’s because I’ve never seen so many beautiful women in one place before. Why have I never been to this beach before? Look at her! She’s a Hottie! Pamela: Isn’t that what you said about that woman over there? David: No, ... Читать далее...
9. Using GPS When DrivingJustin: Okay, we’re ready. Let’s get on the road. Fay: Wait! We don’t know where we’re going. We’re strangers in a strange land. Where’s our Guide? Justin: We don’t need a guide. See this? It’s GPS and it’ll help us Navigate to where we want to go. Fay: I’m not sure it’s reliable. We’re in ... Читать далее...
10. Describing People’s Body TypesRemi: We need to get these Costumes sorted out. I’m not sure we have ones that will fit each person in this Play. Bryan: Let’s see. We need a shirt for Hector. He’s Broad-shouldered, so this one would be too small. Any luck finding one over there? Remi: No, but I think I found a ... Читать далее...
11. Describing DurationKathryn: Are you still watching that movie? It’s been over three hours! Martin: Yeah, it’s a little long for a Feature film. Kathryn: A little long?! It’s Interminable. How can you continue to watch it? Martin: Well, the first half was interesting and Moved at a clip. The middle section did Drag a little, but ... Читать далее...
12. Describing Distances and Giving DirectionsDaniella: Could you tell where I can find a drugstore? Hotel clerk: Sure. There’s one Up the street near the Corner of Selma and Main. If you get to Abreu Avenue, you’ve Gone too far. It’s Set back from the street so it’s a little hard to find. Daniella: Oh, that’s okay. I’ll keep an ... Читать далее...
13. Traveling to Less Popular SitesVanessa: Put away that Guidebook. I want our vacation to be exciting and Unique, not Cookie cutter. Tourists all visit the same Sites. I want To explore and go to some places Off the beaten path. Justin: That would be fine except we’ve never traveled to Podville before and we don’t speak the language. How ... Читать далее...
14. Перевод слова constructionConstruction — сооружение, строительство Перевод слова Modular construction — модульная конструкция machinery construction — машиностроение dam construction project — проект по строительству плотины The new skyscraper is under Construction. Строится новый небоскреб. We both heard what he said, but she put quite a different Construction on it. Мы все слышали его слова, но она истолковала ... Читать далее...
15. Describing People’s LooksGilles: Hey, what are you looking at? Nora: Oh, these? They’re pictures from my trip Back home last month. Gilles: Let’s have a look. So, who’s this? Nora: That’s my sister and that’s my Cousin Keira. Gilles: Your sister Looks nothing like you. You’re Fair and she has dark hair and dark eyes. Now, you ... Читать далее...
16. Describing Facial FeaturesI was Mugged while I was walking home last night. This morning, I was at the police station with a Sketch artist to see if we could come up with a picture of what the thief looked like. Sketch artist: Okay, you said that this was a man in his 40’s. Can you tell me ... Читать далее...
17. Working ShiftsLisette: You’re the New kid on the block, aren’t you? Danny: Yeah, it’s my first day. Lisette: I’m Lisette. Danny: I’m Danny. Nice to meet you. Lisette: You’re lucky to be starting on the Day shift. When I started working here Umpteen years ago, I had to work the Graveyard shift for two years before ... Читать далее...
18. Preferring Different Work StylesHugo: How do you like working with Leo? Is it Working out? Melissa: No, it’s not. Our Work styles completely Clash and we Butt heads at every turn. Hugo: Really? I thought you were Partnered up because you Complemented each other’s Strengths. Melissa: Yeah, but that doesn’t mean we can work well together. I’m Collaborative ... Читать далее...
19. Differences in Male and Female FriendshipsLauren: Did you see what Stephanie was wearing? She looked like a wet dog! Quentin: Why do women do that? Lauren: Do what? Quentin: Why do women Put other women down? Is it to make themselves feel Superior? Lauren: It was only a joke. I Didn’t mean anything by it. Quentin: Do you really think ... Читать далее...
20. Describing Height and BuildGwen: Do you see that Heavyset guy over there, the one Towering over everyone else? Denzel: Yeah, what about him? Gwen: He’s my Ex-boyfriend. I haven’t seen him in years. When I knew him he was really Skinny. He’s really Put on a few pounds. It’s amazing what a few years can do. Denzel: None ... Читать далее...
21. Describing One’s Taste in MusicArturo: What are you listening to? Ling: Some new music. You want to hear it? Arturo: All right. That’s pretty Mellow, kinda Bluesy, isn’t it? It’s got an interesting Indie feel. Ling: Do you like it? Arturo: It’s all right. I like more Funky, dance music myself, but this is okay. It’s not too Depressing. ... Читать далее...
22. Describing a Bad ExperienceCaterina: I can’t believe I let you Rope me into seeing this performance. It was so Lame! Oliver: Okay, you’re right, it was The pits. I had no idea it was going to be Amateur hour. When I saw the ad in the paper describing this as an Experimental play, I thought it might be ... Читать далее...
23. Describing Touch and TexturesTommy: It’s Just our luck that there’s a major Power failure while we’re shopping in this outdoor Bazaar. Louisa: How are we going to find our way back to the hotel? Tommy: Follow me and stay close. I’ll Lead the way. Louisa: This road is so Rough. I keep Tripping over the stones. Ah! Tommy: ... Читать далее...
24. Describing Video QualityAmelia: I wish we had hired a professional Videographer to film it instead of asking your friend Lenny to do it. Victor: This video isn’t so bad. The Production quality isn’t the best, but he did a pretty good job. Amelia: It’s not bad if you like your video Out-of-focus. There are no Transitions between ... Читать далее...
25. Describing Winds and StormsAli: It’s just our luck that as soon as we arrive here for our Island vacation, there’s a Hurricane warning! Mariela: It’s Uncanny, isn’t it? On last year’s vacation, we Crossed paths with a Tornado and now this. Ali: Yeah, that tornado was something. I had experienced Windstorms before with really strong Gusts of wind, ... Читать далее...
26. Describing Speed and PaceChiu: Come on, Slowpoke, Hurry up! We’ll never get to the top of the hill if you don’t Get a move on. Sarah: There’s no way you’re going to get me to move at Breakneck speed. I’ve gone up at least 500 steps already, and my legs are about to fall off. Tell me again ... Читать далее...
27. Expressing Bitter FeelingsLaurent: I’m Done with women! They’re Liars and Manipulators. Julie: Let me guess. You’ve had a bad Breakup? Laurent: It wasn’t just bad. It was Monumentally awful. I’m never going to date again. Julie: You’re just feeling Bitter right now, but you’ll Get over it. You won’t always feel so Jaded. Wait a second. Did ... Читать далее...
28. Describing Boring and Exciting ThingsIna: It was a great idea To split up to go see different movies. I really liked The McQuillanator! Paco: I’m glad to hear it. You made a better choice than I did. The Biopic I saw was Mind-numbing. I was Bored to death! Ina: Really? My movie was great. It was Action-packed and Fast-paced. ... Читать далее...
29. Describing a Musical PerformanceJanine: Okay, we need to find one more act for this year’s show. How many more people are waiting to Audition? Calvin: There are two more. Should I call in the first one? Janine: Yup. Let’s get this over with. … Calvin: What did you think of that performance? Janine: I thought she was Flawless. ... Читать далее...
30. Describing Order and SequencePatrick: Okay, your first Task is To put all of these files in order. Maya: Wow, there must be hundreds of files in this Storeroom. How am I supposed to organize them? Patrick: Create a basic Filing system. Put things in Sequence. If they’re Labeled with dates, put them in Chronological order. If they’re labeled ... Читать далее...
31. Describing Brisk and Slow BusinessClint: Anya! Long time no see. Let me buy you a drink. I’m celebrating. Anya: Oh, yeah? What’s the good news? Clint: My company has had a Banner month. Since we Launched our new Line of software, we’re having trouble Keeping up with demand. Every product is Flying off the shelves. Anya: Wow, that’s great ... Читать далее...
32. TeamworkJeff: So, does that sound okay with you? Lucy: What? Oh, I’m sorry. I didn’t hear what you said. Jeff: You seem Preoccupied today. What’s up? Lucy: Oh, it’s this guy I know from this class I’m taking. His name is Richard. I think I’ve mentioned him before. Jeff: Yeah, sure, the guy you’re working ... Читать далее...
33. Friendship: A Single Soul Dwelling in Two BodiesFriendship is considered one of the central human experiences and for many people it may be as important as love. It is an essential component of many people’s daily lives. It is rather difficult to describe the main features of friendship in one phrase. Friendship means devotion, faith, complete trust and unselfishness. A friend is ... Читать далее...
34. Перевод слова primePrime — начало, первоначальный; расцвет, лучшее время Перевод слова Prime cause — первоначальная причина, первопричина the prime postulate of his theory — исходное положение в его теории in the prime of the life — в расцвете сил prime grade — высшее качество The police will see me as the Prime suspect. Полиция будет считать меня ... Читать далее...
35. Describing Stomach ProblemsThere’s nothing I enjoy more than spending a couple of hours relaxing at a cafe. I sit drinking my tea and reading. What could be better? Woman: So I think I may have to see a doctor soon. You know I’ve had these terrible pains in my Stomach. My Digestion is terrible and now I ... Читать далее...
36. Describing One’s Skill LevelElaine: Welcome to your first day as an Intern in our company office. Let me show you around. This is the main office area with a Cubicle for each employee. Are you pretty good with computers? Tony: Actually, my computer knowledge is pretty Basic. The only thing I’m Adept at is videogames. I’m not Up ... Читать далее...
37. Construction Worker Hides Waldo On Site For Kids In Hospital Next DoorOne man is helping kids find a little joy. Jason Haney, a construction foreman, hides a life-size cutout he made of Where’s Waldo on site every day for kids who are staying at a hospital next door to find. «It’s just for the kids to get their minds off of things,»Haney told The Huffington Post. ... Читать далее...
38. Working as a Street PerformerGiancarlo: Whoa, where are you going? I thought we were going To hang out. Alana: I’m going to work. Giancarlo: Work? I didn’t know you got a job. Alana: I’m Busking on Main Street. Giancarlo: You mean you’re Panhandling? That’s not working. Alana: I’m not panhandling. I’m working for Tips. I perform, try To draw ... Читать далее...
39. The wife is not speaking to me 1A construction worker walks into a bar. He’s a rather large, menacing guy. He orders a beer, chugs it back, and bellows, «All you guys on this side of the bar are a bunch of idiots!» A sudden silence descends. After a moment he asks «Anyone got a problem with that?» The silence lengthens. He ... Читать далее...
40. Значение идиомы white-collar workers[white-collar workers] {n. phr.} Workers employed in offices and atdesks as opposed to those who work as manual workers; the middleclass. It is a well-known fact that white-collar workers are lesswell organized than unionized manual workers. Contrast BLUE-COLLARWORKERS....